Meaning of Emma

and the Origins of this baby name

Meaning

The name Emma has the following meaning:

Emma is Old German for "Embracing everything". It was a royal name in medieval England and only became popular at the end of the 19th century. Recently popularized again by the success of Emma Watson as Hermione in the hit movie series Harry Potter.

This name can be given to both baby boys and girls. It is a unisex name.

The names of some famous persons by the name Emma (or its variants) are:

Emma Rose Roberts, born on 10 February, a famous actress. Emma Rose Roberts's background: Best known as the niece of Pretty Woman Julia Roberts, with the same wide smile. She debut on screen at the age of nine and went on to star in the Nickelodeon TV series 'Unfabulous', before migrating to the big screen where she plays celebrated detective Nancy Drew in her latest film venture. She also sings, releasing an album 'Unfabulous and More' in 2005.

Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson, born on 15 April, a famous actress. Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson's background: French-born English actress. Famous and adored for her role as Hermione Granger in the series of Harry Potter movies. Her latest film ventures will be beyond the Harry Potter series, in two television movies named 'Ballet Shoes' and 'The Tale of the Despereaux.